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Who is Dr. Sanchez Palacios, Pulmonologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Galo Sanchez Palacios, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sanchez Palacios is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez Palacios’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez Palacios’s office at (270) 781-5111.
What languages does Dr. Sanchez Palacios speak?
Dr. Sanchez Palacios and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sanchez Palacios typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sanchez Palacios diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sanchez Palacios. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sanchez Palacios typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sanchez Palacios performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sanchez Palacios. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Sanchez Palacios accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanchez Palacios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 781-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez Palacios accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Sanchez Palacios in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Sanchez Palacios' office located?
Dr. Galo Sanchez Palacios' Primary Practice
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 205
Allentown, PA 18103
(270) 781-5111
Dr. Galo Sanchez Palacios' Practice 3
2226 Blakeslee Boulevard Dr E # 200
Lehighton, PA 18235
What is Dr. Sanchez Palacios's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanchez Palacios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063827103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez Palacios?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanchez Palacios
What is Dr. Galo Sanchez Palacios's specialty?
Dr. Sanchez Palacios is a Pulmonologist near Allentown, PA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Galo Sanchez Palacios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanchez Palacios is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Galo Sanchez Palacios accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Galo Sanchez Palacios is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Galo Sanchez Palacios offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanchez Palacios's office at (270) 781-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Galo Sanchez Palacios?
Please contact Dr. Sanchez Palacios's office at (270) 781-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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